How long will the fresh chickens last in the fridge?
The chickens were slaughtered two days earlier, then rested in a cold-water bath to relax the muscles. They are packaged the day before they are delivered to you. They are thus fine in the fridge for 3-5 more days. Bonnie, the CSA manager, who has somewhat cavalier attitudes to food safety, has cooked them up to 7 days after delivery. They are best if rinsed thoroughly, including the cavity, and then patted dry before cooking.
